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Logistics Technology Q2 2017 Roundup

Freightos

Logistics Technology Q2 2017 Roundup. While Alibaba was advocating sales to China as Amazon advocated cross-border importing, both are clearly pursuing an SMB focus, as Big Box retailers continue to struggle. The post Logistics Technology Q2 2017 Roundup appeared first on Freightos. Logistics Technology Trends.

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The Top 6 Trends in Logistics Impacting Shippers in 2017

GlobalTranz

Although rate volatility is expected to stabilize in 2017, organizations must do more with fewer resources to survive. From Amazon to hyper-local retailers, 2017 will be a year of intense scrutiny and pressure on logistics providers. This graph shows how quickly the surge begin and rise in 2017. Consumers have power.

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Event Success – The China & Asia Footwear 2017 Summit

Pivot88

The China & Asia Footwear 2017 Summit , was a great success. The post Event Success – The China & Asia Footwear 2017 Summit appeared first on Pivot88. Pivot88 is proud to a Golden Sponsor this year. Big thanks to all of the attendees and organizers. Visit the event’s official website.

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Apple’s Plan to Produce New iPhone in Both China and India Long Planned

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters provides our readers added perspectives on this week’s reports indicating that Apple has initiated plans for production of the upcoming new model iPhone14 to be sourced from both China and India. That would allow such sites the ability to foster independent processes from that of China.

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China's Growing Role in the Automotive Industry

Elementum

China is emerging as a superpower in more ways than one. As its role in the automotive supply chain has expanded, China has impacted key players; from domestic component manufacturers to the world’s biggest automakers. China’s growing role in the industry is also effecting the biggest automotive names.

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LTL Rates, Capacity, and Fuel: The General Outlook for 2017

GlobalTranz

Rebounding freight volumes and the proximity of the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate are set to change the industry in 2017, reports Sean Kilcarr of FleetOwner. Unlike the all-time highs of 2014, 2017 will reveal an industry on the cusp of restoring order and LTL rates to acceptable, reasonable levels.

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Microgrid Economics – Microgrids Growing Faster Than Larger Grids

Logistics Viewpoints

cents per kW*hr, and China about 13% to 8.5 According to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), the average cost of a US commercial PV system has fallen by about 60% since 2017. According to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the average cost of a US grid-scale battery has fallen by about 75% since 2017.